3D finite element technology and its use in craniofacial injuries

Abstract

Quite a bit of interest and evolution has happened in the field of research in the recent times toward analyzing and understanding of trauma and injuries especially that on the human skull and related organs. With the development of faster and latest computers, high fidelity human models have been created to understand the biomechanics of these structures to trauma. In the present article a broad methodology of the fundamentals of model creation and analysis and fracture mechanics has been presented. In particular this paper highlights the methodology of 3D simulation of craniofacial region and an insight to the role of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) in craniofacial trauma. The paper also explains the various steps in computational simulation of the craniofacial skeleton.